Gardening Tips You'll Dig

Nip these common problems in the bud.

- Sharon Liao

Gardening boosts your mood and fitness, but it can be tough on your body. The right tools and moves can reduce the stress on your joints, says Amy Wagenfeld, associate professor of occupational therapy at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island. This spring, tend to your green thumb – and your arthritis – with these simple solutions.

IF THIS HURTS: Lugging heavy soil, plants and water.